Role Overview:
The Talent Set are delighted to partner with our client on a fantastic Interim Major Donor Manager role. This is a key temporary position focused on assessing and developing a high-value donor portfolio, strengthening relationships, and identifying future fundraising opportunities to support the organisation’s strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Evaluate the current major donor portfolio, pipeline, and strategic fit for growth.
Review existing donor relationships and identify new engagement opportunities.
Develop and implement tailored relationship and stewardship plans for high-value supporters.
Cultivate relationships with donors and prospects to understand their motivations and strategic interests.
Explore donor networks to expand support and uncover additional fundraising potential.
Provide strategic recommendations on future supporter engagement, investment, and resource needs.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maximise opportunities and share insights.
Progress opportunities within the pipeline, including securing philanthropic support where feasible.
Take full ownership of the project, providing regular updates and strategic guidance.
Person Specification:
Proven experience in major donor relationship management, philanthropy, or high-value fundraising.
Track record of assessing donor portfolios and developing strategic fundraising approaches.
Ability to quickly understand new fundraising landscapes, identify risks, and mature opportunities.
Excellent relationship-building skills, including engaging high-net-worth individuals and senior stakeholders.
Demonstrable experience creating tailored cultivation and engagement strategies.
Confident working autonomously, taking ownership of projects from start to finish.
Strong analytical skills to evaluate pipeline potential and prioritise actions.
Effective communication and influencing skills.
Ability to adapt strategic thinking to hands-on relationship development.
Available to start in July.
What's on Offer: Salary: £166 - £207 per day + daily holiday (inside IR35). Location: Remote (UK based) Contract: Initial 3 – 6 months (potential to get extended)
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role by clicking the 'apply now' button (please do not apply via email). We aim to get back to all successful candidates within 48 working hours.
Commitment to Diversity: The Talent Set are committed to diverse and inclusive recruitment practices, ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants regardless of race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, or age. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are always happy to make reasonable adjustments to ensure a fair recruitment process.
